A recent article titled “Sexual Activity, Erectile Dysfunction, and Incident Cardiovascular Events”, from The American Journal of Cardiology determined that men, who made love at least twice a week were 45% less likely to develop heart disease than those who did once a month or less. Researchers studied 1,000 men, (sorry girls), and concluded, “that a low frequency of sexual activity predicts CVD, (cardiovascular disease)… and that screening for sexual activity might be clinically useful”. There are numerous articles floating around that make the same connection; healthy sex drive equals healthy heart. What is the connection? In general, we all understand the importance of physical activity, and yes, sex counts as exercise, but researchers also believe that people who frequently desire sex, AND are able to do so, are more likely to be healthier overall. (See the links below).
From another angle, intimacy within an emotionally supportive relationship can ease stress, and boost endorphins, which makes any negative sensations, including pain, seem to decrease in volume. The result is better sleep, and a relaxed easy mind; the ultimate medication. This represents a good example of the overlapping of the two medicines. In Chinese Medicine, the Heart is the Emperor and, in a sense, represents the brain. Initially, common symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, or depression begin to develop if the Emperor is disturbed or unsettled, but over time may begin to affect blood pressure or arterial circulation. The bottom line; sleep well, eat well, exercise, and when possible spend more quality time in the bedroom.
Another Good Way to a Healthy, Happy, Heart
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